Program
Across a full day of expert presentations and engaging panel discussions, the program will explore emerging issues in class actions, constitutional law, migration, employment and technology —including the growing role of artificial intelligence as both a practical legal tool and an area of regulation.
Award
The Young Federal Litigation Lawyer of the Year award is given to a young lawyer who has made an outstanding contribution in the field of federal litigation and dispute resolution.
The award is given annually by the Federal Dispute Resolution Section of the Law Council of Australia.
FAQ's
Find answers to frequently asked questions about registration, the venue, CPD, networking and more.
Early bird registrations are now open
Mark your calendars for the annual Federal Law Conference, taking place on Friday, 12 February 2027, in Canberra.
Formerly known as the Commonwealth Law Conference, this newly renamed event will continue to bring together leading practitioners and members of the judiciary for seminars exploring the federal legal landscape as it stands in 2027.
From the evolving class action procedures to fresh constitutional challenges, shifting migration policy, and the rapid rise
of AI as both a tool and a regulatory target, these seminars will equip solicitors, barristers, in-house counsel and policymakers with a practical, up-to-date view of the areas reshaping federal practice.
Attendees can look forward to a full day of insightful presentations, expert panel discussions and valuable networking opportunities.
This year's theme is "The Federal Edit 2027" What's changing, what's challenged, and what's coming—across litigation, employment, migration, and technology.
Early bird registrations are now open and close 30 October 2026.
We look forward to welcoming you to Canberra for this flagship event.
Event Details
Date
Friday, 12 February 2027
Time
9:00 am – 3:00 pm (AEST) followed by networking event
Venue
Hyatt Canberra,
120 Commonwealth Avenue, Canberra ACT 2600
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